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Community Baby Shower Supports SAV-A-LIFE TROY
The Vine Church in Troy was the site of a community baby shower on Sunday, April 21, in support of SAV-A-LIFE TROY for the great work that it is being done throughout the Troy/Pike County community to serve women, men and families that find themselves with an unplanned or crisis situation. “It is our belief […] The post Community Baby Shower Supports SAV-A-LIFE TROY appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Blue Sunday; pray for the nation’s abused children
Blue Sunday is always the last Sunday in April and it is a day of praying for abused children. Kayley Green, director of the Troy-Pike Child Advocacy Center, said Blue Sunday is a day when churches take time in their services to pray for the victims of child abuse and for those who rescue them. […] The post Blue Sunday; pray for the nation’s abused children appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Ariton native Big Mama Thornton to be inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Legendary blues singer Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton was born in the small town of Ariton and later this year she will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Music Influence Category. It was announced this week that Thornton will be a part of the 2024 induction class, which includes […] The post Ariton native Big Mama Thornton to be inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
A great shower of caring
The Vine Church and Sav-a-Life joined to partner with local churches and local businesses to support expectant mothers and mothers with children under the age of three with a Baby Shower. The shower was held on Sunday afternoon April 21 at The Vine Church. At an early county, 65 mothers and mothers-to-were selecting items from […] The post A great shower of caring appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
TroyFest April 27-28
The TroyFest Art & Craft festival will be held in downtown Troy on April 27 and 28 and will feature more than 90 artists including popular artists from the local area. Morgan Drinkard, festival publicity chair, said the festival is held annually in memory of Jean Lake, a local, highly acclaimed folk artist. The juried […] The post TroyFest April 27-28 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Boy Scouts, Master Gardners lend support to Pioneer Museum
Members of Boy Scout Troop 41 in Troy and the Pike County Master Gardeners, have dedicated hours of time to preparing the museum grounds for “Thunder on the Three Notch,” on May 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day. Barbara Tatom, museum director, said much time and preparation are require to […] The post Boy Scouts, Master Gardners lend support to Pioneer Museum appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
TRMC raises Donate Life flag
April is Donate Life Month, and Troy Regional Medical Center recognized the importance of donor donations with a flag raising ceremony in front of Troy Regional on Monday. Rick Smith, hospital CEO, said TRMC is joining other hospitals across Alabama that will fly Donate Life flags as part of their National Donate Life Month activities. […] The post TRMC raises Donate Life flag appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Brundidge welcomes Kita B’s Shoe Store
Those who drive through downtown Brundidge will probably notice a new sign on the window of the building next to Troy Bank & Trust on South Main Street, Kita B’s Shoe Store. The shoe store is owned and operated by Markita Mathis and is a welcomed addition to downtown Brundidge, said Jeanette Lampley, president of […] The post Brundidge welcomes Kita B’s Shoe Store appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
State Rep. Marcus Paramore weighs in on Alabama Voter Turnout
By Nathan Braisted Voter turnout in Alabama continues to decline each year. There are over 3 million registered voters in the state, according to the Secretary of State’s website, but in the decisive 2020 presidential election, only 62.8% actually casted ballots. Rep. Marcus Paramore, R-Pike County, is working to find a solution. “You got to […] The post State Rep. Marcus Paramore weighs in on Alabama Voter Turnout appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
This little ‘Pig’ went to ‘Market’
The sign was front and center at the entrance of the popular Pig Café on South Three Notch Street in Troy. However, on Friday, diners were more interested in the meat and three menu than reading the sign, until…. “It said what?” And, the line formed a circle around the disturbing sign – “Today is […] The post This little ‘Pig’ went to ‘Market’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
PCSO’s Thomas, Johnson attend SWAT school
On April 8-12 two members of the Pike County Sheriff’s Office, Russ Thomas and Logan Johnson, attended the Basic Tactical Operators Course (or SWAT School) located at Fort McClellan in Anniston. Thomas is a Sergeant within the Investigation’s division of the Pike County Sheriff’s Office while also serving as a team leader on the Special […] The post PCSO’s Thomas, Johnson attend SWAT school appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Caroleene Dobson gears up for District 2 general election
Caroleene Dobson won the nomination in Tuesday’s runoff in the Republican Primary Election for the newly redrawn U.S. Congressional District 2, which includes Pike County. Dobson received 58.8 percent of the vote in the runoff, defeating opponent Dick Brewbaker, who received 41.5 percent of the vote. “I was very, very grateful for all the folks […] The post Caroleene Dobson gears up for District 2 general election appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Exchange Club donates to Pike Regional Child Advocacy Center
The Tory Exchange Club presented representatives of the Pike Regional Child Advocacy Center (PRCAC) with a check for $1,000 on April 18. The Troy Exchange Club donates annually to the local child advocacy center. The PRCAC assists local agencies with child abuse investigations in Pike County and surrounding areas. The PRCAC has been in operation […] The post Troy Exchange Club donates to Pike Regional Child Advocacy Center appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Dr. Mark Bazzell gives update on Pike County School System
On Thursday, April 18, Pike County Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Bazzell stopped by the Troy Exchange Club to give an update on the Pike County School System. Bazzell said that financially, the Pike County School System is in good shape. “The state requires you to have one month reserves and we’re at about 1.66 months […] The post Dr. Mark Bazzell gives update on Pike County School System appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Serenity South Senior Living of Troy certified Dementia Friendly
Serenity South Senior Living of Troy was certified as Dementia Friendly by the South Central Alabama Development Commission on April 12, 2024. Serenity South of Troy provides a homelike environment that offers loved ones around the clock care, assistance with activities of daily living, assistance with medication, daily activities, as well as three home cooked […] The post Serenity South Senior Living of Troy certified Dementia Friendly appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Colley Senior Complex a place to create art and cultivate friendships
The Colley Senior Complex was rather quite on Tuesday morning. But, most times creative juices are flowing, silence is the order of the day, There was activity in the ceramics room and brushes were busy across the hall. Over in annex, a couple of seniors were at work with stained glass. One, in one room […] The post Colley Senior Complex a place to create art and cultivate friendships appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Upcoming Events
APRIL 18: JOHN LONG SCHOOL OF MUSIC will present its annual honors recital at 7 p.m. at the Johnson Center for the Arts. APRIL 20: HEALTH & WELLNESS CITY FEST from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Bass House in Brundidge. Live music, kids’ activities and more. APRIL 21: VINE CHURCH will host a community-wide baby […] The post Upcoming Events appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
A look at Troy University enrollment data trends
While Troy University is seeing some growth in online and international enrollment this year, the enrollment of in-state students has decreased more than 15 percent since 2011 and global enrollment has decreased 50 percent since 2010. According to the Alabama Statewide Student Database maintained by the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE), Troy University has […] The post A look at Troy University enrollment data trends appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
TroyFest Art Show features hundreds of pieces
The Johnson Center for the Arts is abuzz with activity surrounding the TroyFest Student Art Show that runs through TroyFest on April 27. The student art show is an annual event at the JAC with students on all grade levels at all schools and homeschools in Pike County invited and encouraged to participate. And, once […] The post TroyFest Art Show features hundreds of pieces appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County Salvation Army continues fight against hunger
The Pike County Salvation Army’s 2024 Empty Bowls Luncheon on May 5 was, once again, a great success. The annual event raised $10,000 in the fight against hunger. Donna Kidd, service center manager, said the Pike County community has always been giving and loving when there is a need. The success of Pike County Salvation […] The post Pike County Salvation Army continues fight against hunger appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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